America in Bloom judges commend Coshocton

Recently, my fellow judge Alex Pearl and I we graciously welcomed into the Coshocton community. We met with city leaders, business owners, concerned residents and, of course, avid gardeners. We saw many unique sites, such as Clary Gardens and Roscoe Village, and talked with residents who shared inspirational stories about Coshocton's past and its vision for the future. Many initiatives, including Our Town Coshocton aimed at strengthening the Main Street area of downtown, and the establishment of a Municipal Tree Ordinance to protect, preserve, maintain and plan for the future, will provide valuable tools for long range planning and community development as the city continues to move forward.

Over the past four years, the Coshocton in Bloom Committee has brought together residents from all vocations and professions with one goal - to improve the quality of life in their community. We commend Bill Freund for pulling together a pool of amazing talented and dedicated volunteers passionate about sharing the story of their community of Coshocton. This year's theme, "Lets Make Coshocton Pop," was successfully carried out with colorful hanging baskets and plantings around the community.

The judges would encourage the community to continue the efforts. While Coshocton has accomplished a great deal, there is still much to be done. Often singular residents are of the opinion that they cannot accomplish change. Simple things like policing your own properties - keeping lawns neat and clean, picking up trash from the sidewalks and pulling weeds along the curbs and gutters - can go a long way to improving the overall impression of a community. So yes, one person can make a difference.

Many thanks to all of those in Coshocton who took the time to meet with us, welcomed us into their places of business, their shops, homes and backyards. We sincerely appreciate your hospitality and wish you the best to luck as you continue to work together to keep Coshocton in Bloom.

Ed Hooker III

America in Bloom judge 2013

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America in Bloom judges commend Coshocton

Recently, my fellow judge Alex Pearl and I we graciously welcomed into the Coshocton community. We met with city leaders, business owners, concerned residents and, of course, avid gardeners.